Laboratory of Plant Production Systems
The vision of Plant Production Systems is to integrate biological knowledge to analyse and design sustainable production systems for crops (including integration with livestock), focused on resource use efficiency and equitable management of natural resources.
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Publication of the Month
Liming agricultural soils in Western Kenya: Can long-term economic and environmental benefits pay off short term investments?
In this study, we assessed if liming acid soils is economically and environmentally viable at different levels of intensification for maize cultivation in Western Kenya.
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Surviving on Half a Hectare of Land: An Introduction to the Issues Surrounding Smallholder Farming in Malawi
Not everyone dealing with agricultural issues in Malawi appreciates the fact that smallholders in this country face challenges which are unique in Africa. No other country in Sub-Saharan Africa has population densities of up to 250 ...
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Latest publications
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A recalibrated and tested LINTUL-Cassava simulation model provides insight into the high yield potential of cassava under rainfed conditions
European Journal of Agronomy 124 (2021). - ISSN 1161-0301 -
On-farm trees are a safety net for the poorest households rather than a major contributor to food security in Rwanda
Food Security (2021). - ISSN 1876-4517 -
Wheat yield gaps across smallholder farming systems in Ethiopia
Agronomy for Sustainable Development 41 (2021)1. - ISSN 1774-0746